AFC Bournemouth vs Brighton & Hove Albion LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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Bournemouth fell short against Brighton & Hove Albion with a score of 1-2.
Wow, most of the thrill in this match came during the eight minutes of extra time at the end. Throughout the game, Bournemouth clearly played better in both halves, but Brighton managed to have a couple of shining moments that allowed them to go ahead by two goals, partly due to Bournemouth's missed chances. Pedro was the standout player, scoring for the second week in a row and later setting up Mitoma’s goal beautifully in the second half. After Baleba received a red card in the 59th minute, Bournemouth had a chance to turn things around, but they couldn't make the most of it until the very end. Brooks scored for Bournemouth in the 93rd minute, and then Semenyo nearly equalized with a shot that hit the crossbar just before the final whistle blew. Although Bournemouth made a late comeback, Brighton managed to hold on for the win and climbed into the top five with 22 points. Bournemouth had an expected goals (xG) score of 1.42 compared to Brighton's 0.94. Next weekend, Bournemouth will be facing Wolves away, while Brighton will host Southampton.
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FINAL WHISTLE: BOURNEMOUTH 1-2 BRIGHTON
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SEMENYO STRIKES THE CROSSBAR! What an intense moment at the Vitality Stadium as Semenyo nearly equalizes with the last kick of the match. He goes for a volley inside the box after receiving the ball from a clearance, but his shot clips the top of the crossbar and sails out. Brighton can exhale in relief, while it's a tough blow for Bournemouth, who were so close to leveling the score just moments ago when it seemed impossible.
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A few weeks back, Brighton gave up a last-minute equalizer to Wolves, so they must have felt quite anxious during the final moments of this match, especially after having held a comfortable lead.
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Yellow Card: Lewis John Cook
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Key Matchup Insights
Yellow Card for Jan Paul van Hecke
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton In Thrilling Match
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: A Clash Of Rivals
Objective David Robert Brooks
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: A Thrilling Matchup
Brighton launched a counter-attack, and Adingra skillfully maneuvered around a couple of defenders to locate Mitoma, who was positioned just outside the penalty area. Unfortunately, when Mitoma tried to pass the ball to Adingra, who had already entered the box, Kepa was quick to gather it up without any trouble.
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Brighton is comfortably moving closer to securing three important points on the road, with six minutes of extra time now added to finish the match.
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In the second half, Bournemouth has taken seven shots on target, compared to just two from Brighton. They've also had 19 touches inside the opponent's penalty area, while Brighton has only managed five. At one point, Brooks sent in a cross from the right side, and Semenyo leaped to head it, but unfortunately, he sent the ball over the bar.
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Clash Of Titans
Here’s a rephrased version of the section: Replacement: Daniel Nii Tackie Mensah, Welbeck, and Evan Joe Ferguson.
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Brighton makes a rare offensive push that looks hopeful, but O'Riley takes a feeble shot towards the near post, which easily goes wide of the goal.
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Unal comes close! Right after entering the match, Unal connects with Ouattara's cross from the left, attempting a header that narrowly goes off course. This has been the kind of day the Cherries have been having.
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Clash Of The Titans
Unal replaces Kerkez as Bournemouth makes another substitution.
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Brooks makes an ambitious attempt to score from around 25 yards away after finding some open space. However, his shot goes way off course and misses the target completely.
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GREAT SAVE by Verbruggen! Kerkez sends in a cross from the left side aimed at a completely open Evanlison. He connects with a header directed towards the goal, but Verbruggen reacts swiftly and makes an impressive catch just before the ball could cross the line.
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Replacement Yasin Abbas Ayari Matthew Sean O'Riley
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Replacement of Adam James Smith with Maximillian James Aarons.
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Semenyo sends a cross in from the right side, but Outtara's powerful header at the near post is blocked. Brighton manages to clear the ball easily.
Bournemouth Faces Brighton In Key Clash
Replacement: Justin Dean Kluivert for David Robert Brooks
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton: A Clash Ahead
Bournemouth is experiencing a favorable stretch of control over the ball while Brighton plays a very defensive game. However, once again, the Cherries squander another chance to attack, and Brighton doesn’t have to exert much effort to fend them off.
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Even though Bournemouth has more control of the ball and an extra player on the field, they aren’t creating any chances in the match. The clock is ticking down rapidly for them, while Brighton appears content to maintain possession whenever they regain it, opting to slow the game down whenever they can.
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton In Exciting Clash
Verbruggen makes a crucial save! Semenyo takes a sharp shot from just inside the area, but the Brighton goalkeeper manages to stop it, conceding a corner for Bournemouth. The corner taken from the left side is comfortably handled by the Brighton defense.
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Replacement: Marcos Nicolás Senesi, Barón Dean, and Donny Huijsen.
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Replacement: Tyler Shaan Adams, Dango Aboubacar, Faissal Ouattara.
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Replacement: Georginio Lucius Rutter for Simon Kofi Adingra.
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton In Thrilling Match
Bournemouth has once again outperformed Brighton by making 16 attacks in the final third during the second half, compared to just four from Brighton. However, they still haven't scored, while the Seagulls have increased their lead.
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Carlos Noom Quomah Baleba, known for wearing the yellow jersey in the second race, is a remarkable competitor.
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: A Thrilling Clash
Verbruggen steps forward to catch a pass from Semenyo before Evanilson has a chance to intervene. Even though the Bournemouth forward was in an offside position, Verbruggen decided to play it safe and act quickly.
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Bournemouth has the opportunity to secure their first-ever streak of four consecutive home victories in the top tier, but that chance appears to be fading with every moment that goes by. They still seem to lack the determination, and the momentum is definitely not on their side right now.
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Evanilson wastes a golden opportunity! The ball is played back to the Bournemouth forward, who positions himself to take a shot with his right foot. His attempt, a sidefooted strike from only a few yards away, goes narrowly wide of the goal, right in front of the net. He really should have finished that better, and it sums up the home team's struggles in this match up to this point.
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Help João Pedro Junqueira de Jesus.
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton: A Match Preview
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The strong wind continues to create challenges for both teams, and now it's Brighton's chance to make a move against the fierce gusts in the second half. The first few minutes after the break have been uneventful, aside from a foul committed by Cook in the midfield.
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The action is back on at Vitality Stadium as Bournemouth kicks off the second half. No substitutions have been made by either team so far, but we can anticipate some changes as this half unfolds.
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In the first half, Bournemouth slightly outperformed Brighton in terms of expected goals (xG), with Bournemouth posting an xG of 0.57 while Brighton recorded 0.49. The home team advanced the ball into the final third 32 times, in contrast to Brighton’s 22 attempts. Additionally, Bournemouth had six shots on goal, with two hitting the target, compared to Brighton's four shots, three of which were on target. According to Opta's Live Win Probability model, Brighton is now favored to win, with a 61.3% chance, while Bournemouth stands at just 14.7%.
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Bournemouth heads into halftime feeling more frustrated than their opponents, despite having played better overall but still finding themselves behind Brighton. The Seagulls took the lead early on when Pedro scored from a rebound off a Kepa save. Since then, Brighton has struggled to create opportunities, while Bournemouth has been persistent, generating multiple chances but failing to convert them due to poor finishing, a solid save by Verbruggen from an Evanilson shot, and an offside goal that was ruled out. By the end of the first half, Brighton held a slight edge in possession at 52.9%, compared to Bournemouth's 47.1%.
Bournemouth Faces Brighton In Thrilling Clash
HALF-TIME: BOURNEMOUTH 0, BRIGHTON 1
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Pedro races down the left side and sends the ball into the threat zone for Rutter. Rutter attempts to nudge it towards the goal, but Kerkez makes an excellent stop by sliding to his right. Bournemouth is awarded a goal kick since the last touch came from a Brighton player.
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Brighton is content to pass the ball among themselves at the back to see out the remainder of the first half while preserving their advantage. In addition, there are five extra minutes added to this half.
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Clash Of The Rivals
Carlos Noom Quomah Baleba received a yellow card.
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GOAL RULED OUT FOR OFFSIDE! Semenyo sends Kluivert a perfect pass, and he lays it off for Evanilson, who simply has to finish into the empty net. However, the flag is raised shortly after Evanilson scores, indicating that Kluivert was offside. A VAR review took place, but the original call was upheld, leaving Bournemouth still searching for their equalizer.
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Brighton argues for a foul right at the edge of the penalty area after Pedro falls following an encounter with Senesi. He remains on the ground for a moment after falling awkwardly yet again, but there's no question about a possible penalty since the challenge was fair. Both players were simply competing for the ball.
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Antoine Serlom Semenyo received a yellow card.
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton In A Clash
Bournemouth has been the superior team up to this point, yet they are still behind on the scoreboard. They have made significantly more advances into the attacking area and have recorded a greater number of touches inside the opponent's penalty area. However, they are struggling to convert these opportunities into goals.
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Cook appeals for a penalty, but the referee isn't convinced. After receiving the ball from a fast corner, he tumbles in the penalty area when Estupinan makes contact. While Cook is eager for a spot-kick, it looks like the referee called it right, deeming the challenge legitimate. The match continues.
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Cook takes a free kick that might be remembered as one of the season's worst. He aims to deliver the ball into the box from deep in his own half, but his execution is off, and it sails out of bounds, far from reaching any of his teammates.
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Kluivert has a near miss! Semenyo sends Kerkez down the left flank. Kerkez delivers the ball into a threatening position for Kluivert, who takes a first-time shot but narrowly misses the lower corner. It’s another opportunity wasted for the Cherries.
Bournemouth Battles Brighton In Key Clash
Rutter has received a penalty for pausing the restart, and he's not happy about it.
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Bournemouth's efforts come to a halt once again as Cook's long pass goes directly to Baleba. On the other hand, Evanilson earns a free-kick for Bournemouth in midfield, giving them the chance to shape another offensive play.
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Following Brighton's strong start, Bournemouth has seemed to gain the upper hand in the last 15 minutes or so. A cross comes in from the left side, but Brighton manages to clear it effectively.
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Pedro falls in the center of the field after what looked like a shove from Cook. He remains on the ground for a moment, prompting the referee to stop the game. He landed in an awkward position after stumbling. Fortunately for Brighton, their key player quickly gets back on his feet.
Bournemouth Faces Brighton In Exciting Match
GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Evanilson misses the chance as Verbruggen saves Brighton. Evanilson slips past the defenders and reaches the penalty area. He takes a shot from a narrow angle, but Verbruggen reacts quickly to block it at the near post and deflects the ball away.
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton In Thrilling Clash
Bournemouth earns their first corner of the match! The Cherries set up a corner play, and the ball lands at Kluivert's feet just outside the penalty area. However, his volley attempt goes straight to the Brighton goalkeeper, who gathers it up without any trouble. Kluivert didn't quite connect with the shot as he had hoped.
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Semenyo gives away a free-kick for a foul on Veltman inside his own penalty area along the sideline, allowing Brighton to regain possession after the home team had been controlling the ball well. Following a fast-paced beginning, the energy of the match has diminished in the last five minutes.
Bournemouth Takes On Brighton: Match Preview
Bournemouth has had decent control of the ball in the past few minutes, but they haven't posed much of a threat. The wind is clearly working against them, and it's clear that the Cherries are finding it difficult to cope.
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Bournemouth is awarded a free-kick after Veltman trips Semenyo. Tavernier takes the free-kick, and although Semenyo connects with it, he is quickly flagged offside. Shortly after, the two link up again, with Tavernier sending a cross into the box for Semenyo from the right side. Unfortunately, Semenyo can't direct his header on target.
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Pedro has played a key role in seven goals during his last nine games in the Premier League (scoring 5 and assisting 2), showcasing his impressive form once more. Brighton's attacking lineup looks strong at the moment.
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Match Preview
Senesi sends a diagonal pass towards Tavernier on the right side, but he can't reach it quickly enough, and the ball rolls out for a goal kick. Bournemouth started strong, but Brighton has quieted the fans. The Seagulls are also benefiting from the weather in this first half, as they attack with a powerful wind at their backs.
Bournemouth Faces Brighton In Exciting Match
GOAAAAAL! Pedro finds the net for the second game in a row, and Brighton takes an early lead at the Vitality Stadium.
Bournemouth Faces Brighton In Exciting Clash
Bournemouth is heavily favored to claim victory in this game, according to Opta's Live Win Probability model, which gives them a 41.2% chance of winning compared to Brighton's 33.7%. In the match, Bournemouth has already made an attempt, with Semenyo striking from around 25 yards away. His low shot aimed at the bottom-left corner narrowly misses the target and just escapes the reach of the diving Verbruggen.
AFC Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Clash Of The Teams
The teams are heading onto the field, the coaches and athletes are prepared, and the supporters have come out in large crowds on this chilly, breezy winter day! Brighton has struggled at Vitality Stadium in the past, losing four out of five times there, with only one victory—a 2-0 win last April. But given their strong start to this season, could they turn things around today? Let’s see!
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Clash Of The Clubs
GAME ON! We’re off at Vitality Stadium as Brighton starts the match. The last encounter between these teams was back in April, when Bournemouth triumphed with a 3-0 victory here. Will they be able to replicate that success against a Brighton team that appears to be more formidable?
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Brighton has altered their starting lineup, making two substitutions from the 2-1 victory against Manchester City prior to the break. Joao Pedro, who entered as a substitute to net the winning goal in that match, is starting today, as is Carlos Baleba. Jack Hinshelwood is sidelined due to a knee injury, and Simon Adringra will begin the game on the bench. Additionally, Lewis Dunk remains unavailable for the matchday squad due to fitness issues.
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Andoni Iraola has made only one change to the starting lineup of his Bournemouth team following their 3-2 defeat to Brentford in the last match. Marcus Tavernier steps in for the suspended Ryan Christie. Additionally, Antoine Semenyo and Milos Kerkez are both ready to play after earlier concerns about their injuries.
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SUBS: Brajan Gruda, Julio Enciso, Simon Adingra, Jason Steele, Mats Wieffer, Evan Ferguson, Matt O'Riley, Ruairi McConville, Imari Samuels.
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Match Preview
BRIGHTON (4-2-3-1 formation): Bart Verbruggen in goal; Pervis Estupinan, Igor Julio, Jan Paul van Hecke, and Joel Veltman in defense; Yasin Ayari and Carlos Baleba in midfield; Kaoru Mitoma, Joao Pedro, and Georginio Rutter providing support up front; with Danny Welbeck as the striker.
Bournemouth Faces Brighton In Exciting Match
SUBSTITUTES: Dean Huijsen, David Brooks, Dango Ouattara, James Hill, Enes Unal, Philip Billing, Max Aarons, Mark Travers, Max Kinsey.
Bournemouth Faces Brighton In Exciting Clash
Bournemouth deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation with Kepa in goal. The backline consisted of Milos Kerkez, Marcos Senesi, Illia Zabarnyi, and Adam Smith. In midfield, Tyler Adams and Lewis Cook anchored the team. Up front, Marcus Tavernier, Justin Kluivert, and Antoine Semenyo supported Evanilson as the central striker.
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Brighton likely felt that the international break came at an inconvenient time, especially after they had just ended a three-match winless streak with an impressive 2-1 win over Manchester City, thanks to late goals from Joao Pedro and Matt O’Riley. The Seagulls are currently among four teams with 19 points in the top six, sitting just outside the Champions League spots due to goal difference. Their current tally of 19 points from 11 matches marks their most successful start to a Premier League season. Although Brighton has the poorest defensive record among the top teams, they have managed to score in all but one of their matches this season. Injuries have been a significant issue for coach Fabian Hurzeler’s team, but he mentioned before the match that Jack Hinshelwood and Carlos Baleba might be available to play. Additionally, there is positive news as captain Lewis Dunk could return to action against Bournemouth after missing a month with a calf injury.
Bournemouth Vs Brighton: A Key Clash
Bournemouth came into the break after a 3-2 loss to Brentford at Gtech, which continued their struggles on the road, leaving them winless in 12 away matches from the Vitality Stadium. However, their home performance is a different story, as they head into today's match against Brighton riding a three-game winning streak at home, with notable wins against both Arsenal and Manchester City. Under Andoni Iraola, the team has been especially strong defensively this season, recording the second-most pressures of any side in the league. Still, their 2-0 victory over Arsenal remains their only clean sheet so far. Although Iraola anticipates that Antoine Semenyo and Milos Kerkez will be ready to play, Bournemouth will need to adjust their midfield due to Ryan Christie serving a one-game suspension for receiving his fifth yellow card against Brentford. The Cherries will be counting on Evanilson to deliver, as he has scored in his last three league matches.
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Bournemouth Vs Brighton: Match Preview
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